Nov 28, 2012

In his article, titled “Midwest Rural American Landscapes and the Creation of a Unique Theatre Culture 1870-1940,” Poole explores rural and small town entertainments, including opera houses and circle stock.

“There were hundreds of plays in these rural areas,” Poole said, “and this is the first essay that deals entirely with rural culture.”

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